Weekly Address
President Obama tells the American people that, by joining together, we can move past the tough debates and help to create jobs and grow the economy in the new year.
Featured Topics
How to Engage with the White House
We want to hear from you. Learn how you can get involved, share your stories, and add your voice to help address the challenges of the 21st century.
Vote Now: Which Money Saving Plan Do You Like Best?
The polls are open! Read the ideas submitted by the SAVE Award Finalists and vote for the one you think will help make the government more effective and efficient and ensure taxpayer dollars are spent wisely.
American Jobs Act by the Numbers
Throughout the week, we'll bring you numbers that highlight aspects of the American Jobs Act. Find out what today's number means for communities near you.
We the People
We the People is a new way for Americans to create and sign petitions calling on the Obama Administration to take action on a range of important issues. Check it out!
The American Jobs Act
Looking to find out how the American Jobs Act will put more people back to work and put more money in the pockets of working Americans? These helpful links have all the information you need.
Judicial Delays
The delays President Obama's judicial nominees are encountering on Capitol Hill are unprecedented. Take a look at our infographic that explains the confirmation process and highlights the bottleneck.
Introducing the SBA 100
Check out the Small Business Administration's showcase of 100 small businesses that have each created hundreds of jobs with SBA assistance, helping drive our economy forward.
Resources on the Debate About our National Debt
This compromise guarantees more than $2 trillion in deficit reduction, and will ensure that as a nation we live within our means, while still making key investments in things that lead to new jobs, like education and research.
White House mobile apps
With both an iPhone and Android mobile app, Americans can get alerts directly from the White House, check out behind-the-scenes photos and videos, and read the latest news from the blog or the Briefing Room.
Joining Forces
The President, Vice President, First Lady and Dr. Jill Biden launch the national initiative to support and honor America's service members and their families.
President Names Richard Cordray to Lead New Agency
President Obama has chosen a former Ohio Attorney General to head the CFPB, a new agency established to arm Americans with the information they need to make smart financial decisions, which launched Thursday, July 21
Travels with the First Lady
First Lady Michelle Obama travels to South Africa and Botswana during an official visit focused on youth leadership, education, health and wellness.
Resurgence of the Auto Industry
Check out an infographic highlighting some of the key successes in the auto industry since 2009.
The Daily Snapshot
Sign up for a quick daily email giving you the photo of the day, the President's schedule, and the best of what you may have missed from WhiteHouse.gov.
Tax Cut Calculator
Check out our tax cut calculator to learn how the December tax deal will benefit you, both in your taxes for 2011 and in your paychecks right now.
West Wing Week
Come take a look back at the President's third year in office as we highlight behind-the-scenes footage and some of our favorite presidential moments. That's January 1st to December 31st or, "Best of the West (Wing Week)."
Health Reform in Action
The health reform law, the Affordable Care Act, is making a difference in the lives of millions of Americans like Erick Moberg. He discusses it in a surprise phone call from the President.
Hurricane Irene
President tour areas damaged by Hurricane Irene and reassures residents that the federal, state and local governments will be there to help them rebuild.
Veterans Day
The President and First Lady, along with the Vice President and Dr. Biden, honor the men and women who have served our nation in uniform.
The Blog
- December 31, 2011 at 5:30 AM EST
Weekly Address: Working Together in the New Year
President Obama tells the American people that, by joining together, we can move past the tough debates and help to create jobs and grow the economy in the new year.
- December 30, 2011 at 3:00 PM EST
More Than 1.9 Million Records Released
A new release of White House visitor records brings the grand total of records that this White House has released to more than 1.9 million.
- December 30, 2011 at 2:45 PM EST
Intern Picks: Must-See White House Videos of 2011
After much debate, the interns in the White House Office of Digital Strategy decided on their 10 must-see White House videos of 2011.
- December 30, 2011 at 1:38 PM EST
Improving Affordable Housing Delivery Across Federal Agencies
The initiatives in a new report will streamline federal housing requirements to support more efficient delivery of affordable housing, and help state and federal agencies’ staff to better serve low-income families who rent their homes.
- December 30, 2011 at 12:00 AM EST
West Wing Week: 12/30/11 or Best of the West (Wing Week)
Welcome to the West Wing Week, your guide to everything that's happening at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave.
- December 29, 2011 at 5:00 PM EST
2011 Year in Review: Top Photos from the White House Flickr Feed
The White House Photo Office captures incredible images from some of the biggest events of 2011.
Featured Legislation
Temporary Payroll Tax Cut Continuation Act of 2011
Signed: Friday, December 23, 2011United States-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act
Signed: Friday, October 21, 2011United States-Panama Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act
Signed: Friday, October 21, 2011United States-Korea Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act
Signed: Friday, October 21, 2011America Invents Act
Signed: Friday, September 16, 2011Budget Control Act of 2011
Signed: Tuesday, August 2, 2011FDA Food Safety Modernization Act
Signed: Tuesday, January 4, 2011James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation Act of 2010
Signed: Sunday, January 2, 2011Don't Ask, Don't Tell Repeal Act of 2010
Signed: Wednesday, December 22, 2010Tax Relief, Unemployment Insurance Reauthorization, and Job Creation Act of 2010
Signed: Friday, December 17, 2010Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010
Signed: Monday, December 13, 2010Improper Payments Elimination and Recovery Act of 2010
Signed: Thursday, July 22, 2010
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PHOTO of the DAY
President Barack Obama places a wreath at the USS Arizona Memorial, part of the World War II Valor in the Pacific National Monument, in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, Dec. 29, 2011. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)
